358.745290 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espar_ol Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating WARNING: Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat; 10 am-7 pm, Sun • 1-800-235-5878 (Hours listed are Centra, Time) Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 530164371 11/7/03 Warranty Statement 2 Parts Available Safety Rules 2 Storage 9 AssemblyOperationMaintenance 5 6 8 Troubleshooting Spanish Table 10 11 Service & Adjustments 9 Parts Ordering Back Cover FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® ELECTRIC WEEDWACK ER ® LINE TRIMMER If this Craftsman Electric Weedwacker _ Line Trimmer fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within (1) one year from the date of purchase, Sears will replace it free of charge. This warranty does not cover the nylon line. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER _ LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 zt _WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. ON THE UNIT j_" SAFETY INFORMATION This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow unit and manual warnings and instructions. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necesary when used near children. _DANGER: Never use blades or flailing devices. Unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury. O _&WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear safety glasses, boots, and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line. Safety Glasses or similar eye Boots Keep children, bystanders, and ani mals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit immediately. If situations occur which are not cov ered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, call 1-800-235-5878. OPERATOR SAFETY • Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit. (Safety 2 glassesavailable.)wear areAlways faceordustifoperation maskis dusty.Alwaysheavy, wearlong pants,longsleeves,and boots, gloves.orwear Donotgobarefoot sandals. • Securehairaboveshoulderlength. Secureloose orremoveclothing andjewelrywithloosely orclothing hangingtassels, ties,straps,etc. Theycaninmoving becaughtparts. • Beingfullycoveredproalsohelps tectyoufromdebrisandpiecesof toxicplantsbyspinning thrownline. • StayAlert.unitwhen Donotoperate youaretired,ill,orunderinfluence ofalcohol,ormedication. drugs, Watchyouaredoing;com whatuse monsense. • Avoidunintentionalofthe starting unit.Nevercarryunitwithyourfin gerontheswitch.Besurethe switchisinOFFwhen positioncon nectingcord. extension ELECTRICAL SAFETY ,_WARNING: Avoid a dangerous environment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. • Use a voltage supply as shown on unit. • Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall out let. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. • To reduce risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having electrical rating not less than the rating of unit. Cord must be marked with suffix "W-A" (in Canada "W"). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged....